PSYCH 13 Law, Ethics and Communicable Disease in Counseling

Units: 3
Advisories: PSYCH 1 and ENG 1A each with a grade of “C” or better and ability to read at the 12th grade level.
This course is designed to teach students about professional ethics in the counseling field including but not limited to careers in drug and alcohol abuse, mental health, human service and schools. Topics will include boundaries, code of conduct, confidentiality including 42 CFR Part II, HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability Accountability Act, etc.), sexual harassment, American with Disabilities Act (ADA) and special populations including Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual and Transgender (GLBT), criminal justice system (Drug Courts, Re-Entry Courts, Proposition 36, AB 109, etc.), etc. Communicable diseases (HIV, AIDS, Hepatitis A, B, C and other sexually transmitted infections) and blood borne pathogens will also be included. The course includes seven hours of personal and professional growth including but not limited to professional conduct and standards and translation of the code of ethics into professional behavior. Class activities will involve role playing and review of ethical situations. (CSU)